How popular is the name Merton in 2025?

Merton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Merton most popular?

Merton peaked in 1880, reaching #325 among US boy names.

Merton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Merton entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #325 in 1880, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#325

peak (1880)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 700 people named Merton are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Merton alive today was born around 1925, making them about 100 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Merton in 2025?: Merton is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Merton most popular?: Merton peaked in 1880, reaching #325 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Merton with classmates?: Merton will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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